The YMCA at Pabst Farms, which is located minutes from the Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, campus helps individuals strengthen their bodies, minds and souls through many different programs and services. This year, they did the heavy lifting – no dumbbells required – to collect an abundance of toys for children in treatment at Rogers.
This is the fifth straight year this community gathering spot has participated in our toy drive. YMCA members always step up, and this year was no exception, as they loaded two banquet-sized tables with everything from board games, art supplies, dolls, warm socks and hats, cozy blankets, card games, puzzles, and many more entertaining gift items.
“One of our focuses here at the Y is Social Responsibility, which gives us the initiative to partner with local agencies to make a difference in our community by giving back and serving others,” explained Bruce Osborne, the YMCA’s director of spiritual development. The toys were split between Rogers and another local organization that helps families, and both were chosen because the toys are distributed in the area and help local families.
Thank you to all of the YMCA members who donated this year!
Please, will you help us save more lives this year than ever before? Here’s how:
Make an impact by giving an end-of-year donation to Rogers Foundation. Your gift can be made to support one or all of our lifesaving initiatives, given as a tribute gift for a friend or loved one, or designated to the program or regional clinic of your choice. Your donations save lives!
M
ay is Mental Health Month! A “Give for a Better Day” coping skills drive, held in conjunction with your business, school or civic organization, is an excellent way to help patients at Rogers fill their emotional toolkits with small, but effective, therapeutic items. Start a conversation about the importance of mental health and wellness! Not sure where to begin? Download the MyRogers Community Sponsored Event Proposal Packet or go to MyRogers for more details.
